The Sinhala media reported that Chinese company refused to visit Hambantota harbor. The students of Colombo's famous school have gone to visit Hambantota harbor. However, the Chinese company did not permit the management of the port to view the students. The security officials have sent back the students to visit the harbor. Security officials said they were working on the advice provided by the Chinese administration. Since December 9, tourists have not been allowed to visit the port.